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Prakash Padukone Calls Ranveer Singhs Dhurandhar: The Revenge "Well-Made" but "Too Violent" for His Family
Prakash Padukone, former world No. 1 badminton champion and father of Deepika Padukone, reviewed Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it “great” and “very well‑made” but noting that the violence was a little excessive for his family. The comments were made after the film’s theatrical run and its release on Jio Hotstar. Padukone’s remarks highlight the movie’s commercial success and the close bond between the two families.
Padukone said the film was “great” and “very well‑made” with good acting by the ensemble cast, including Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt and R. Madhavan. He added that his family felt the violence was a bit excessive, but that the majority of viewers liked the movie. He emphasized that audience response mattered more than his personal view. The review was shared in an interview with The Indian Express, where Padukone also discussed the film’s reception.
In the same interview, Padukone spoke about his relationship with Ranveer Singh. He described the two families as very close, noting they travel together at least once a year and spend time whenever schedules allow. Padukone said they discuss sports and films, mentioning that Singh is an Arsenal fan while Padukone’s daughter Anisha supports Manchester United. He also revealed that he stays off social media and relies on his daughters for updates, saying he prefers to avoid the platform.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge is the second part of a spy action‑thriller duology written and directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios. The film follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who continues to infiltrate Karachi’s criminal syndicates and Pakistani politics after the 26/11 attacks. Principal photography ran from July 2024 to October 2025 across India and Thailand, and the film runs 229 minutes, making it one of the longest Indian films ever made. The franchise was produced on a combined budget of ₹255 crore and has grossed more than ₹3,200 crore worldwide, making it the highest‑grossing Indian franchise to date.
After its theatrical release on 19 March 2026, Dhurandhar: The Revenge became available on Jio Hotstar in a Raw and Undekha version on 4 June 2026. The first film’s Raw and Undekha edition is already streaming on Netflix. The availability of both versions has broadened the audience reach and allowed viewers to experience the films without censorship. The franchise has also faced criticism for its graphic violence and blending of fictional elements with real historical events, but it has maintained strong box‑office performance and audience engagement.
Padukone’s review underscores the film’s commercial triumph while acknowledging concerns about violence. The Dhurandhar series continues to dominate box‑office charts and streaming platforms, and its success reinforces the viability of large‑budget Indian spy thrillers. The franchise’s future releases, potential spin‑offs, and continued streaming presence remain closely watched by industry observers and fans alike.
Padukone said the film was “great” and “very well‑made” with good acting by the ensemble cast, including Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt and R. Madhavan. He added that his family felt the violence was a bit excessive, but that the majority of viewers liked the movie. He emphasized that audience response mattered more than his personal view. The review was shared in an interview with The Indian Express, where Padukone also discussed the film’s reception.
In the same interview, Padukone spoke about his relationship with Ranveer Singh. He described the two families as very close, noting they travel together at least once a year and spend time whenever schedules allow. Padukone said they discuss sports and films, mentioning that Singh is an Arsenal fan while Padukone’s daughter Anisha supports Manchester United. He also revealed that he stays off social media and relies on his daughters for updates, saying he prefers to avoid the platform.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge is the second part of a spy action‑thriller duology written and directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios. The film follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who continues to infiltrate Karachi’s criminal syndicates and Pakistani politics after the 26/11 attacks. Principal photography ran from July 2024 to October 2025 across India and Thailand, and the film runs 229 minutes, making it one of the longest Indian films ever made. The franchise was produced on a combined budget of ₹255 crore and has grossed more than ₹3,200 crore worldwide, making it the highest‑grossing Indian franchise to date.
After its theatrical release on 19 March 2026, Dhurandhar: The Revenge became available on Jio Hotstar in a Raw and Undekha version on 4 June 2026. The first film’s Raw and Undekha edition is already streaming on Netflix. The availability of both versions has broadened the audience reach and allowed viewers to experience the films without censorship. The franchise has also faced criticism for its graphic violence and blending of fictional elements with real historical events, but it has maintained strong box‑office performance and audience engagement.
Padukone’s review underscores the film’s commercial triumph while acknowledging concerns about violence. The Dhurandhar series continues to dominate box‑office charts and streaming platforms, and its success reinforces the viability of large‑budget Indian spy thrillers. The franchise’s future releases, potential spin‑offs, and continued streaming presence remain closely watched by industry observers and fans alike.
